Construction of Ram Temple an Instrument to Unite Country: PM Modi
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Addressing a gathering of 175 people in Ayodhya after performing ‘Bhoomi Pujan’ for the Ram Temple, PM Narendra Modi said that despite efforts to eradicate Lord Ram’s existence, he still lives in our hearts and is the basis of our culture.
“The construction of the Ram Temple is an instrument to unite the country… Social harmony was the core principle of Lord Ram’s governance,” he was quoted by PTI as saying.
PM Modi was accompanied by UP CM Yogi Adityanath, UP Governor Anandiben Patel and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on the stage for the grand event, which comes months after the Supreme Court’s verdict in the 2.77 acre land dispute case.
- “A grand temple will now be built for our Ram Lalla who had been staying in a tent,” PM Modi said at the Ayodhya event
- “This day brings the confidence needed for making India self-reliant,” RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said at the event
- The PM’s foresight and wisdom paved way for a peaceful resolution of the Ram temple issue, UP CM Yogi Adityanath said
- The city of Ayodhya was decked up for the mega event on Wednesday
- However, amid concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak, the invite list for the event was kept short with 175 people
Devotees Light Diyas, Burst Crackers at several Places Across India
Devotees lit lamps at several places across India to mark the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Rajiv Gandhi Opened the Locks in 1985, Others Taking Credit is Wrong: Kamal Nath
Congress leader Kamal Nath on said that late PM Rajiv Gandhi is to credit for the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
“Today is a historic day in our country, every Indian wanted construction of Ram Mandir to begin. Rajiv Gandhi ji had opened the lock in 1985, he said in 1989 that there will be Ram Rajya and temple should be built. If someone tries to take credit, it is wrong,” he said, as quoted by ANI.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Performs Aarti at Banks of Saryu River
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat offers prayers at the banks of Saryu river and performed aarti .
Ram-Janaki Continues to Inspire Relationship of Two Nations: Nepal Envoy
N Acharya, Nepal envoy to India said that ‘Ram-Janaki’ continue to further strong ties between the two nations.
“Indian PM Modi laid Ram Temple's foundation stone in Ayodhya. Connected through Ram-Sita, relationship between the two countries is deep and strong. Ram-Janaki continues to inspire the relationship to become more cooperative and strong in modern times,” he said, as quoted by ANI.
'Sacrifices and Wait of Generations': Ravi Shankar Prasad on Ram Temple
Union Law Minister ravi Shankar Prasad called the foundation stone laying ceremony a historic day.
“It is a historic day. The construction of Ram Temple has started in Ayodhya today after sacrifices, wait and patience of generations. Indians and many people from across the world were waiting for this day for centuries,” he said, as quoted by ANI.
Vice President Naidu Donates Rs 5 Lakh for Ram Temple Construction
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu’s family donates Rs 5 lakh each, in aid of the ongoing fight against COVID19 and construction of Ram Temple in Ayodhya, the Vice President's Secretariat said.
Defeat of Democracy and Secularism, PM Violated Oath of Office: Owaisi
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi called the foundation-stone laying ceremony of the Ram temple a ‘defeat of democracy and secularism’.
“India is a secular country. Prime Minister has violated the oath of the office by laying the foundation stone of Ram Mandir. This is the day of the defeat of democracy and secularism and success of Hindutva,” he said, as quoted by ANI.
Thank PM Modi, Temple will be Epitome of India's Greatness: Yogi Adityanath
UP CM Yogi Adityanath thanked PM Modi for attending the event and said that the temple will be the epitome of India’s greatness.
“I thank PM Modi for being present today, at the most awaited moment of the past 500 years. We have to implement the work plan prepared by PM Modi. This temple will not only be the epitome of Lord Ram's greatness but of India's too,” he said, as quoted byu ANI.
500-Year-Old Dispute Resolved Peacefully: Javadekar
Union Minister Prakash Javadekar said that with the foundation laying of Ram Mandir, India has shown how the 500-year-old dispute has been resolved peacefully.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Recites Ram Raksha in Nagpur Home
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari recited Ram Raksha and worshiped Lord Ram with his family at Nagpur during the foundation stone laying ceremony of RamTemple in Ayodhya, ANI reported.
500-Year-Old Wait Finally Over: Anil Vij
Haryana Minister Anil Vij said that with the foundation-stone laying ceremony, the 500-year-old wait is finally over.
“The 500-year old wait is finally over. The construction of Ram Temple has started. The decades-old hard work has paid off. I congratulate every Indian,” he said, as quoted by ANI.
'Will be Testimony to Ideals of Ram Rajya': President Kovind on Ayodhya Temple
'Despite Efforts to Eradicate Lord Ram's Existence, He Still Lives in Our Hearts': PM Modi
PM Modi, during his address, said that despite efforts to eradicate Lord Ram’s existence, he still lives in our hearts and is the basis of our culture.
“The construction of the Ram Temple is an instrument to unite the country… Social harmony was the core principle of Lord Ram’s governance,” he was quoted by PTI as saying.
'Grand Temple for 'Ram Lalla' Who Had Been Staying in a Tent': PM Modi
Addressing a gathering of 175 people in Ayodhya after performing ‘Bhoomi Pujan’ for the Ram Temple, PM Modi said its construction will lift the entire region’s economy, as he paid respect to the people who made sacrifices for the temple.
“A grand temple will now be built for our ‘Ram Lalla’ who had been staying in a tent... India is creating a golden chapter in Ayodhya, the wait of centuries ends today,” he was quoted as saying.
PM Modi Releases Commemorative Postage Stamp, Inaugurates Plaque
After the ‘Bhoomi Pujan’, PM Modi released a commemorative postage stamp for the 'Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir’. He also inaugurated the plaque for the temple.
'Many Sacrificed, Couldn't Come Here Physically Due to COVID-19': RSS Chief
In his address after the ‘Bhoomi Pujan’ for the Ram Temple concluded, RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat said there is wave of happiness across the country today.
He pointed out that the COVID-19 outbreak led to many people sacrificing and not attending the event physically.
“There are some who couldn't come here, Advani ji must be at his home watching this. There are some who should've come, but couldn't be invited because of the situation,” he was quoted by ANI as saying.
'People Struggled for 500 Years for Ram Temple in Ayodhya': Yogi Adityanath
Hailing PM Modi for the fulfillment of the dream to build the temple, UP CM Yogi Adityanath said people struggled for 500 years for a temple in Ayodhya.
The PM’s foresight and wisdom paved way for a peaceful resolution of the Ram temple issue, he was quoted by PTI as saying.
'Bhoomi Pujan' for Ram Temple Concludes
The ‘bhoomi pujan’ for the Ram Temple has concluded.
A stage event is now underway, with PM Modi, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, UP Governor Anandiben Patel and RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat on the stage.
PM Modi Performs 'Bhoomi Pujan' for Ram Temple
PM Modi performed the ‘Bhoomi Pujan’ for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
Along with the PM, UP Governor Anandiben Patel and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat also participated in the ceremony.
PM Modi at Ram Janmabhoomi Site, Offers Prayers to Ram Lalla
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the Ram Janmabhoomi site in Ayodhya to perform the ‘Bhoomi Poojan’ for the Ram Temple.
He offered prayers to ‘Ram Lalla’, performed the ‘sashtang pranam’, and also planted a sapling.
PM, Yogi Adityanath Offer Prayers at Hanuman Garhi Temple
Accompanied by UP CM Yogi Adityanath, PM Modi offered prayers at the Hanuman Garhi temple in Ayodhya, before proceeding for the ‘bhoomi poojan’ for Ram Temple.
PM Modi Reaches Ayodhya
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached Ayodhya for the grand foundation-laying ceremony for the Ram Temple. He was received by UP CM Yogi Adityanath.
The PM is now on his way to the Hanuman Garhi Temple.
Watch: Ayodhya Venue Prepped for Ram Temple 'Bhoomi Pujan'
PM Modi Reaches Lucknow, En Route to Ayodhya in a Chopper
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Lucknow and is now en route to Ayodhya in a helicopter.
'Ayodhya Has Brought Everyone Together': Uma Bharti, Yogi Adityanath at Ram Janmabhoomi Site
UP CM Yogi Adityanath, Governor Anandiben Patel and BJP National Vice President Uma Bharti have reached the Ram Janmabhoomi site in Ayodhya.
“Ayodhya has brought everyone together, as one… Now this country will hold its head high in the world and say that there’s no discrimination here,” Bharti was quoted as saying by ANI.
Earlier, Bharti had said that she would be staying away from foundation-laying ceremony for the temple as a precaution against coronavirus. She had said that she would be in Ayodhya, but would visit the site and do the 'darshan' of 'Ram Lalla' only after PM Modi and others in the group have left.
PM Modi Leaves for Ayodhya; Here's What the Schedule Looks Like
PM Narendra Modi has left for Ayodhya to take part in the foundation-laying ceremony for the Ram Temple. Here’s how the schedule looks like:
- The PM will reach the Lucknow airport at 10:35 am, after which he’ll proceed to Ayodhya.
- After landing at Ayodhya, he will visit the Hanuman Garhi temple between 11:30 am and 12 pm.
- Between 12 and 12:30 pm, he will be at the makeshift Ram Lalla temple.
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